About us

For more than three decades, KPMB Architects has evolved in response to a changing world and worked to change it for the better. Guided by our purpose and anchored by our values, KPMB crafts design solutions that catalyze positive change.

As a full-service practice working across Canada and the United States, we provide expertise in building design, interior design, master planning, workplace strategy, project management, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable design. KPMB has designed and delivered projects totaling more than 31 million square feet in a diverse range of sectors, including education, healthcare, scientific research, arts and culture, government, corporate, hospitality, recreation, and mixed-use development.

With uncompromising rigor and close attention to the increasingly complex needs of the world around us, our diverse team devotes their expertise, passion, and creativity to solve today’s challenges and unlock new opportunities for our clients and the communities we serve.

The role / What are we looking for?

KPMB is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Digital Practice Coordinator (BIM Coordinator) to join our team. This digital-focused role is integral in ensuring that our projects operate smoothly and efficiently, supporting with BIM troubleshooting, digital expertise, and Revit content creation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve to BIM-related issues promptly, and support team learning, while maintaining clear communication with project teams. The role demands a self-motivated individual who is proactive and eager support the knowledge development of others in their area of expertise.

You will work as part of the Digital Practice team to resolve BIM issues, create families and content, as well as support project teams, ensuring project delivery requirements are met. You will contribute to the effective operation of project BIM workflows and processes, keeping the team informed and in position to resolve day-to-day BIM challenges.

Select key responsibilities:

Digital Practice/BIM Support

• Provide support to architectural employees, troubleshooting and resolving BIM-related issues and teaching about the tools and best practices to support the organization’s collective development in BIM and digital tools
• Assist project teams with various levels of support with new technologies, programs, and plug-ins across a variety of programs including Rhino, Sketchup, Revit, etc.
• Be readily available to assist architectural teams, particularly near major project deadlines

       Project BIM Model Management

       Family and Content Creation

       Office Standard Implementation

       Additional Responsibilities

Candidate Profile + Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Science, Architecture Technology, BIM Management, or related field
• Up to 5 years of experience in an architecture/BIM-related role with relevant experience
• Advanced working knowledge of Revit software a requirement
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Rhino, and Sketchup to provide additional project support
• Computational/parametric design knowledge is an asset, using products such as Grasshopper, Dynamo.
• Cloud-based model understanding an asset, experience using Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Willingness and eagerness to learn, being able to pick up new tasks, workflows, and software quickly.
• Understanding and ability to follow instruction
• Strong communication skills, with a positive and proactive attitude in providing support for project teams
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or as part of a team

• Assume the role as Project BIM/Model Lead for specific portfolio projects
• Manage BIM model workflows, standards, and health for select portfolio projects
• Provide necessary support to ensure teams are following best practices, utilizing templates, and maintain good model health

• Create families and content for office content management tool
• Lead a reasonable turnaround time with on-demand family development on a by-need basis

• Support the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring they are familiar with our Digital Practice tools, standards, and best practices
• Ensure projects are following office-wide standards, templates, and workflows
• Contribute to project-based documentation of BIM standards, best practices, and troubleshooting steps for internal reference

• Complete model health checks, implementation of model maintenance and hygiene
• Provide one-on-one software training, upskilling for teams and staff
• Assist in quality control and testing for software, plug-in updates and deployments.
• Take part in Working Group discussions, development, and implementation of new standards, products, and workflows
• Contribute to rendering and visualization workflows
• Assist with VR technology
• Ad hoc BIM tasks as directed by the Digital Practice Lead

Salary Compensation starts at an annualized base salary of $60,000.00 and is commensurate with experience.

Why work with us

Founded in 1987, KPMB Architects has evolved a diverse portfolio of architectural projects with a focus on building healthy, vibrant cities and communities. KPMB has grown to 100+ employees and is recognized for its highly collaborative, supportive, and with a wide variety of experience and education. Some of our team members have grown with the firm from the beginning of their careers to become leaders, while others have joined at various points in their career and bring new ideas and approaches. We provide a learning environment where teaching, mentoring, and collaboration is a part of our DNA. At KPMB, there are many opportunities to share your many skills, get involved in firm activities outside of project work, and contribute to our initiatives that give back.

KPMB is committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. KPMB Architects is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status.

Please submit your CV and Cover letter to careers@kpmbarchitects.com with the email title "Digital Practice Coordinator”. We will contact candidates whose experiences and enthusiasm best match the requirements for the role. KPMB is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please outline those requirements in the body of your email when you submit your application. 

Last Updated Date: 2025/Apr/09